Ghanaian Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Ministry of Education of Ghana
Established in1957 , the Ministry of Education of Ghana is the government ministry responsible for the formulation and implementation of policies related to education in Ghana. The Ministry oversees all levels of education in the country, including primary, secondary and tertiary education.

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Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

African Quality Assurance Network
The African Quality Assurance Network (AfriQAN) is a network of quality assurance agencies and bodies in Africa. It was established in 2008 and is coordinated by the African Union Commission (AUC). The main aim of the network is to promote quality assurance in higher education in Africa by… learn more

Ghana Tertiary Education Commission
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) is an organization in Ghana that plays a crucial role in higher education. It is responsible for ensuring that all tertiary institutions in the country meet the required standards for quality education. The GTEC was established in 2020 under the new… learn more

University Associations and Alliances

This uniRank category encompass all organizations or collaborative networks that bring together multiple universities or higher education institutions with a common purpose. These associations and alliances serve as platforms for cooperation, knowledge sharing and advocacy within the higher education sector. They promote collaboration among member institutions, address common challenges and work towards common goals. University associations and alliances may operate at the local, national, regional or international level.

Association of African Universities
The Association of African Universities (AAU) is a non-governmental organization that represents over 400 African universities and higher education institutions from 46 African countries. The organization was founded in 1967 and is based in Accra, Ghana.

The mission of the AAU is to enhance the… learn more

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